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A847 RYT

1983 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

22,958 mi
Last recorded22,958 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA847 RYT
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 22,958 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 22,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2017 21,187 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 21,187 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 26 May 2016 16,750 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 16,716 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 16,395 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 16,395 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 15,564 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 13,242 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Sierra?

Based on 235,897 MOT tests across 50,859 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
1,731
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
50,859
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,833
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,426
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,585
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,976
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A847 RYT is a 1983 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1983 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 48,186 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Sierra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 24,833 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A847 RYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Sierra typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A847 RYT registered?

A847 RYT is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 4 October 1983.

Is A847 RYT safe to buy?

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